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Utilization of Bank Overdraft

Recording a negative bank balance when a company uses its credit facility for payments.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Accounts Payable / ExpenseMixed1,000.00-
Bank Overdraft PayableLiability (+)-1,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

If your bank balance goes below zero, the 'Cash' asset doesn't become a negative asset—it becomes a 'Current Liability' called Bank Overdraft.

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